The best cycling routes around Bernhardswald

The former railway line in Wenzenbach is part of the former secondary line Regensburg–Falkenstein (also known as „Falkensteiner Bockerl“). Passenger traffic on the line was discontinued in 1984, and the entire operation ended in 1985. Today, the largely gradient-free route has been developed into a popular cycle path.

The former railway line in Wenzenbach is part of the former Regensburg–Falkenstein branch line (also known as „Falkensteiner Bockerl“). Passenger traffic on the line was discontinued in 1984, and overall operation ended in 1985. Today, the largely gradient-free route has been developed into a popular cycle path.

Beautiful idyllic alley and stately houses adorn the old town scenery.

The cycle path is well-developed and signposted. Several rest stops are available. Before starting your bike tour, it's best to check the opening times and days.

Highly recommended for a fun family outing. A very well-maintained facility, extremely friendly staff, and an exciting show.

Schönberg Castle The castle was built in the 13th century. In 1269, it was mentioned as the property of the Lords of Hohenfels. Later owners were the Bishops of Regensburg and the Dukes of Bavaria. In the following centuries, there was a constant change of ownership, including the Satelbog family, the Hauzendorf family, the Auer family, the Hof family, the Murach family, and the Zenger family. On September 12, 1504, the castle was conquered by the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. After the Battle of Wenzenbach, Duke Albrecht moved into Schönberg and granted it in 1508 to Bernhardin von Stauff, Baron of Ehrenfels. Schönberg passed as a dowry to the Lerchenfelder family, who resided here until 1753, when it was sold to the Breslau canon Georg Karl Joseph von Stingelheim. The Stingelheim family remained in possession of Schönberg until 1817, when Karl Alexander von Thurn und Taxis purchased the estate. In 1927, the castle passed to the Vilsmeier family, who established an inn in the outbuildings a year later. In 1957, the property came into the possession of the Fichtl family. The current owner is the physician Hans-Hermann Klünemann, who, with the assistance of the German Foundation for Monument Protection, initiated the renovation of the complex. The renovation of the castle was largely completed in 2010. The castle is a three-story, hipped-roof building with a bay window and an irregularly oriented south-facing floor plan. The core building dates from 1253/54 with a medieval extension. Alterations took place from the late 17th to the early 18th century and around 1770/71. The roof structure dates from 1820/23. There is a Baroque castle chapel of St. Joseph. Also preserved are parts of the circular wall with shell towers, as well as the presumably late medieval moat wall with its ditch and outer wall made of granite rubble. Source: Excerpts from www.wikipedia.de

The Arber Cycle Marathon is truly one of the largest cycling events for recreational cyclists. Road bikes, mountain bikes, and gravel bikes—everyone is welcome. Top-notch organization. A must-attend event for all cycling enthusiasts.

Along the entire route of the railway cycle path there are several playgrounds, newly designed and themed around the old railway line and its locomotives.